Balloon Altitude Record Collection

Felix Baumgartner after freefall
Felix Baumgartner after jumping to Earth from an altitude of 39, 045 meters. During the jump he was in freefall for four minutes and twenty seconds

Eva Baumgartner watching her son Felix
Eva Baumgartner watching her son, Felix Baumgartner, jumping from his capsule at an altitude of 39, 045 meters. During the jump Felix was in freefall for four minutes and twenty seconds

Felix Baumgartner, Austrian skydiver
Felix Baumgartner (born 1969), Austrian skydiver, at a ceremony to lay a star for him on the Walk of Fame at the Vegas shopping centre in Moscow, Russia

Felix Baumgartner on a screen in the Red Bull Stratos missions Flight Control Centre during his record-breaking jump on 14th October 2012

Felix Baumgartner jumping from capsule
Felix Baumgartner jumping from his capsule. Screens in the Red Bull Stratos missions Flight Control Centre broadcasting Felix Baumgartners record-breaking jump on 14th October 2012

Felix Baumgartner ascending in balloon
Felix Baumgartner ascending in a capsule hung from a helium balloon on 14th October 2012. The capsule climbed to an altitude of 39, 045 meters, before Baumgartner jumped out

Felix Baumgartners balloon and capsule being put into place for launch on 14th October 2012. The capsule climbed to an altitude of 39, 045 meters, before Baumgartner jumped out

Felix Baumgartner landing after freefall
Felix Baumgartner landing his parachute after jumping to Earth from an altitude of 39, 045 meters. During the jump he was in freefall for four minutes and twenty seconds

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"Eva Baumgartner watches with pride as her son Felix sets a new balloon altitude record. The Austrian skydiver, known for his daring feats, takes the leap of faith from the capsule and embarks on an exhilarating freefall. With nerves of steel, Felix defies gravity and pushes the boundaries of human achievement. As he plummets towards Earth, adrenaline courses through his veins. Finally, after what feels like an eternity, Felix deploys his parachute and gracefully glides back to solid ground. This incredible feat cements Felix's place in history as a fearless pioneer in extreme sports. His determination and courage inspire us all to reach for the skies and conquer our own limits. "